Panama

With two oceans and 48 kosher eateries, Panama is a kosher tourist's dream

In Panama, indigenous peoples rub shoulders with Caribbeans, conquistador descendants, Chinese, and others, including some 16,000 Jews.

 Many locals shop in the Casco Viejo district indoor market.
 Stunning views across Panama City from the rooftop bar of the San Felipe Hotel in the charming Casco Viejo district.

Kosher paradise in Panama

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth attends a press conference, in Panama City, Panama April 9, 2025.

US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks

 "Coiba Island, Panama

A hidden paradise in America: The country that loves Israelis


Trump’s Gaza proposal reinforces his image as disruptor in chief - opinion

Trump's Gaza proposal — to relocate Palestinians and transform the territory into a "Riviera" — exemplifies his pattern of turning coffee shop talk into policy, regardless of real-world consequences.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump speak during a joint press conference in the East Room of the White House on Feb. 4, 2025.

Rubio backs Trump's controversial Greenland, Panama Canal acquisition plans

Rubio defended Trump's proposed territorial expansions as a 'national interest,' while Denmark and Greenland firmly rejected offers amid concerns over potential military action.

 Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), US President Donald Trump's nominee to be Secretary of State, arrives ahead of the Presidential Inauguration of Trump at the Rotunda of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, January 20, 2025.

New ambassadors present credentials to Herzog

Five ambassadors presented credentials to President Herzog, with discussions covering diplomatic ties, mutual respect, and solidarity amid Israel’s security challenges.

 President Isaac Herzog

Trump doubles down on making Canada 51st state

Trump eyes Canadian annexation through "economic force" following Trudeau's exit, while also discussing potential territorial expansion into Panama and Greenland.

 Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau.

Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal over excessive charges

It is not clear how Trump would seek to regain control over the canal, and he would have no recourse under international law if he decided to make a play for the passage.

 Donald Trump in front of the Panama Canal (illustrative).

FBI offers reward for info on 1994 Hezbollah terror attack

The Alas Chiricanas Flight 901 exploded shortly after takeoff from Colón, instantly killing everyone on board, including four Israelis and three Americans.

 Grad rockets used by Hezbollah

Iran’s Raisi joins long list of political leaders involved in mysterious crashes

It isn't expected that presidents should go missing or be involved in crashes. However, historically, a number of important political and military leaders have met their end in crashes.

 A view of the wreckage of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter at the crash site on a mountain in Varzaghan, northwestern Iran, May 20, 2024

Israeli ambassador to Panama: Israeli businesses should examine Panama's potential

Panama is interested in becoming a sustainable investment center and wants to increase cooperation with the State of Israel in technological and economic fields.

 A person holds a flag, after Panama's top court ruled unconstitutional a mining contract with Canadian miner First Quantum to operate a copper mine in the country, following weeks of protests against the deal, in Panama City, Panama, November 28, 2023.

Panama's Freddy Gondola to join Israeli club Maccabi Bnei Reineh

Mixed emotions for Bnei Reineh after stalemate with Hapoel Haifa, focus shifts to state cup championship.

 "The fact that we are disappointed now says everything"

Saving the Panama Canal will take years and cost billions, if it’s even possible

The channel is Panama’s biggest source of revenue, bringing in $4.3 billion in 2022. 

 DOCK WORKERS on a small rowing boat pull a rope between the dock and vehicle carrier ‘Sirius Leader’ as it prepares to enter the Miraflores locks while transiting the Panama Canal last September.

Panama City Celebrates Israel's 75th Independence Day in Grand Style

 R to L: Panamanian Foreign Minister Jenaina Tewaney Mencomo, Ambassador Itai Bardov, Ambassador's wife Sarit Gold Bardov, US Ambassador Mary Carmen Aponte, US Deputy Ambassador John Barrett